According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Automatic Pilot market size was valued at US$ million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2031 with a CAGR of %during review period.
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An automatic pilot is an electronic control system that allows an aircraft, ship, or other vehicle to maintain a predetermined course, attitude, and speed with minimal or no human intervention. It integrates multiple sensors such as gyroscopes, accelerometers, magnetometers, and GPS to continuously monitor the vehicle’s position, orientation, and motion. Based on this data, the system sends control commands to adjust rudders, engines, or control surfaces to achieve stable and accurate navigation. Automatic pilots are widely used in aviation, aerospace, maritime, and autonomous vehicle technologies, serving as a critical component in modern control systems. In civil aviation, autopilots significantly reduce pilot workload and improve safety and efficiency. In military and scientific applications, they enable remote operation, precision maneuvering, and autonomous missions. With the advancement of artificial intelligence and navigation systems, automatic pilot technology is evolving toward higher precision, greater adaptability, and deeper integration of intelligent functions.
Market Development Opportunities & Main Driving Factors
As air transportation, unmanned systems, and intelligent mobility evolve, the application scope of automatic pilot systems is expanding, continuously unlocking market potential. Civil aviation's high demands for safety and operational efficiency are driving widespread adoption of advanced autopilot technologies. Meanwhile, the development of military drones and unmanned vessels demands greater system stability and autonomy. The integration of AI and precision navigation is also enhancing autopilot intelligence, injecting momentum into industrial upgrades.
Market Challenges, Risks, & Restraints
Despite growing demand, the development, certification, and cost control of autopilot systems face significant hurdles. High technical barriers and complex integration result in long development cycles. Moreover, stringent international aviation and maritime regulations limit market entry for new players. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the supply of key components may also threaten the stability of the supply chain.
Downstream Demand Trends
In downstream markets, civil aviation continues to rely heavily on automated flight management, while drone systems, maritime automation, and driver assistance systems are demanding more precise and low-latency control solutions. Particularly with the rise of low-altitude economies, smart oceans, and air-space integration, autopilot systems are extending into more diverse scenarios, driving new waves of technological upgrades and expanded applications.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Automatic Pilot market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Automatic Pilot market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Automatic Pilot market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Automatic Pilot market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Automatic Pilot market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (USD/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Automatic Pilot
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Automatic Pilot market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Honeywell, Thales, Safran, BAE Systems, Garmin, Collins Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Genesys Aerosystems, L3Harris Technologies, Moog, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Automatic Pilot market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Single-axis
Dual-axis
3-axis
Market segment by Application
Military Aircrafts
Civil Aircrafts
UAV
Others
Major players covered
Honeywell
Thales
Safran
BAE Systems
Garmin
Collins Aerospace
Lockheed Martin
Genesys Aerosystems
L3Harris Technologies
Moog
ROCKWELL COLLINS
Honeywell International
Century Flight Systems lnc
DYNON AVIONICS, INC.
Embention
Euroavionics GmbH
M.A.V. AVIONIC SRL
BlueBear Systems Research
Threod Systems
TruTrak Flight Systems, Inc.
UAS Europe
UAV Navigation
Advanced Flight Systems
Avidyne Avionics
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Automatic Pilot product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Automatic Pilot, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Automatic Pilot from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Automatic Pilot competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Automatic Pilot breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Automatic Pilot market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Automatic Pilot.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Automatic Pilot sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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